Prajna Zendo is a community Zen Center for those who wish to pursue Zen practice casually, moderately or intensively. We have two Zen teachers, a regular schedule throughout the year, and dedicated students. There is no residential program

Prajna Zendo’s Zen Buddhism is based on the lineage of Hakuyu Taizen Maezumi Roshi. Maezumi Roshi received dharma transmission in both the Soto and Rinzai schools of Zen. He blended the elements of both schools into a vibrant teaching that encompasses the stillness of shikantaza (just sitting) and the energy of koan practice (brief stories whose understanding requires a leap to another level of comprehension).

The Spiritual Director and main teacher is David Daishin Brighton, Sensei, dharma successor to Sydney Musai Walter, Roshi. Roshi Musai who retired from the zendo in May, 2012, also occasionally gives dharma talks and sees his students at the zendo. Prajna Zendo and its teachers are members of the White Plum Asanga, an organization of Zen teachers in the lineage of Hakuyu Taizen Maezumi.

Prajna Zendo welcomes people from all walks of life to pursue the opportunity to become intimate with a rich tradition that has now taken firm root in America.

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About Sweeping Zen

Established in 2009 as a grassroots initiative, Sweeping Zen is a digital archive of information on Zen Buddhism. Featuring in-depth interviews, an extensive database of biographies, news, articles, podcasts, teacher blogs, events, directories and more, this site is dedicated to offering the public a range of views in the sphere of Zen Buddhist thought. We are also endeavoring to continue creating lineage charts for all Western Zen lines, doing our own small part in advancing historical documentation on this fabulous import of an ancient tradition. Come on in with a tea or coffee. You're always bound to find something new.

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